Introduction

Do you remember when you were in elementary school and you learned the ABC song?

Or in middle school band or choir you learned the treble staff as Every good boy does fine? or H.O.M.E.S for the Great Lakes?

All of these are examples of mnemonics which are a memory tool used to help us get information into our long term memory. In this lesson we will take a look at the importance of how we store information in order to be able to "get it out" later. We will also explore the different types of memory and distinguish between surface and deep processing in memory.

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Following successful completion of this lesson, students will be able to:

  • Describe the processes and importance of memory, including how information is encoded and stored, mnemonic devices, schemas related to short term memory, working memory, and long term memory.
  • Distinguish between surface and deep processing in memory development
  • Compare ways memories are stored in the brain, including episodic and procedural.

The above objectives correspond with the Alabama Course of Study: Psychology: Objective: 7, 7.1, 7.2 and 7.3.

 

 

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